ABOUT THIS EPISODE
The future of #d3fb is on the table.
In this episode of DingoTalk: From the Sidelines, we’re joined by three of the most respected voices in Division III football:
🏈 Mike Sirianni – Washington & Jefferson
🏈 Geoff Dartt – Mount Union
🏈 Ryan Munz – UW–Platteville
Together, they tackle one of the biggest questions facing the division today:
👉 What Should Division III Football Look Like?
This roundtable dives into the issues shaping the future of the game, including:
🏆 Competitive Balance & Conference Strength
• Is the gap between conferences growing?
• Are all leagues really playing the same brand of D3 football?
• How much does conference strength influence national perception?
🏆 Playoffs, Automatic Qualifiers & NPI
• Does the current playoff system reward the right teams?
• Should the postseason field expand?
• Are automatic qualifiers still the best path forward?
• Has NPI changed scheduling and postseason opportunities?
🏆 The Future of Division III Football
• Where is D3 headed over the next five years?
• What changes are inevitable?
• What traditions must never change?
• If each coach could make one change tomorrow, what would it be?
Plus, don’t miss our fast-paced Lightning Round, where each coach gives quick takes on playoff expansion, scheduling, rule changes, misconceptions about D3 football, and more before answering one final question:
“What makes Division III football worth fighting for?”
Whether you’re a coach, player, recruit, parent, alumnus, or lifelong D3 fan, this conversation offers an honest look at where the game is today—and where it’s headed next.
💬 Let us know your thoughts in the comments! Which topic sparked the biggest debate? What changes would you make to Division III football?
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